Oñgwaweñna’ by Wendiyoh Estrada-Goeman The Onondaga Nation will be sending athletes, coaches, and representatives to the 10th North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) in Toronto, Canada. NAIG is an all-indigenous competition celebrating native communities and their athletes from all across Turtle Island (North America). Team Haudenosaunee (New York) is comprised of athletes … [Read more...] about NAIG Spotlight: Sophia Powless
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The Onondaga: 2007 Photo Essay
In 2007, John Berry of the Syracuse Post Standard published a photo essay of daily life on the Onondaga Nation. This five part essay, narrated by the late Clan Mother Audrey Shenandoah, provides an overview of the Onondaga Government and its 2005 Onondaga Land Rights Action before leading the viewer through the four seasons at Onondaga. Parts 1 & 2 Part … [Read more...] about The Onondaga: 2007 Photo Essay
Tsha Thoñ’nhes: Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016
Syracuse, NY - On March 21, 2016, the first day of spring brought an honor to the Onondaga Nation. The Syracuse Section of Society of Civil Engineers named the Nation’s Tsha Thoñ’nhes as the recipient of the Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016. “We are very honored that the Society of Civil Engineers recognized us for Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes,” said Onondaga council … [Read more...] about Tsha Thoñ’nhes: Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016
Who Are these People Anyway?
"In this fascinating book, Powless writes of his experiences living for over eighty years on traditional Onondaga territory. He tells of the teachings passed down through generations and shares traditional knowledge of environmental challenges and sustainability. This book not only provides a better understanding of the Onondaga people, it creates a bridge between the Onondaga … [Read more...] about Who Are these People Anyway?
LaFayette Volleyball Falls in Regionals to Tioga
Chittenango- The LaFayette girls volleyball team lost to Tioga in a 5 set thriller for a birth in the State finals. Tioga, the Sectional champion from Section 4, had an impressive resume heading into the game with an undefeated record (20-0) including two quality wins over last year’s Section 4 champion, Harpursville. “We knew this would be a great challenge for us,” said … [Read more...] about LaFayette Volleyball Falls in Regionals to Tioga
Lacrosse Comes Home: The Onondaga Nation hosts the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships
STORY AND PHOTOS BY JOURDAN BENNETT-BEGAYE (DINÉ) NativePeoples.com: SYRACUSE, N.Y.—Fans still stretch their arms toward players as the Iroquois Nationals lacrosse team passes by, hoping for a high-five or an autograph. Despite taking silver to Canada’s gold at the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships in September, family and supporters from across Indian Country hold … [Read more...] about Lacrosse Comes Home: The Onondaga Nation hosts the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships
Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame
Redhawkslax.com: Syracuse- On October 18, 2015, Barry Powless was inducted into the 2015 Greater Central New York Lacrosse Hall of Fame. The Hall recognized Powless for is accolades on the field and behind the bench. Barry’s lacrosse career started like most boys in the Nation, in the box. At the age of 13, Barry had the opportunity to play alongside his father against the … [Read more...] about Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame